Rock Armour

Rock Armour works by absorbing and deflecting the impact of waves before they reach the beach or defended structure. The mass of the material absorbs the impact energy of storm waves, whilst the permeability (gaps between the rocks) slows the flow of water, reducing the erosion effect around structures or on the coastline.  Rock Armour is highly flexible and can be used on anywhere there is potential for water erosion.

• Cost Effective - Cheaper, eco-friendly & more durable than concrete sea walls
• Long Lasting - A long lasting, highly durable material that stands up to the fiercest waves
• Excellent Dissipation - Absorbs wave energy without causing reflection
• Natural Appearance - Aesthetically better than hard engineering that stands the test of time
• Strong & Durable - A strong and durable stone perfect for coastal defence
• Range of Sizes & Weights - The requirements of a particular design & application can be met
• Range of Rock Type - The aesthetic & physical requirements of a particular design can be met
• Easy to Install - A relatively quick and easy job to install rock armour

There are various applications for rock armour - typically these materials are used in revetment applications such as:

• Coastal Defence - Offers a very natural solution to coastal defences that won't mar the landscape
• Riverbed / Bank Protection - Blends naturally with river banks, making it a perfect solution to flood protection
• Bridge Abutments - Acts as a solid, naturally forming sub-structure to reinforce bridges
• Pilings - A strong, environmentally friendly alternative to metal or artificial pilings
• Shoreline Structures - Protect your shoreline structures and buildings in an eco-friendly way
• Sub Marine Structures - Reinforce underwater structures with rip-rap or rock armour
• Erosion Protection - Significantly reduces the impact of erosion on surrounding structures and shorelines
• Scour Protection - A more natural way to defend against the erosion scour around offshore structures